Data Center EHS Lead: Safety & Compliance

Ericsson; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson in New Albany, Ohio is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to support the implementation of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Well-Being programs at a designated data center site. You will be the primary onsite EHS resource ensuring a safe, compliant workplace for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Key duties include conducting inspections, supporting risk assessments, monitoring OSHA compliance, investigating incidents, and coordinating EHS training and communications with site

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or a related field.
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certification required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification required.
• 3+ years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in a data center, critical facilities, construction, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, or similar operational environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard identification, incident reporting, and risk assessment processes.
• Familiarity with contractor safety management, permit-to-work systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and EHS management systems.
• Ability to work independently and effectively support multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support Ericsson EHS policies, standards, programs, and procedures at the data center site.
• Conduct routine workplace inspections, safety observations, and compliance audits to identify hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Support risk assessments, job hazard analyses, permit reviews, and safe work planning for operational and maintenance activities.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, customer requirements, and site-specific procedures.
• Participate in incident investigations, near-miss reviews, and corrective action tracking to support continuous improvement.
• Oversee contractor safety activities, including documentation review, site orientation, work authorization, and compliance monitoring.
• Monitor high-risk work activities such as electrical work, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, confined space entry, working at heights, and material handling operations.
• Maintain EHS records, training documentation, permits, inspection reports, and compliance-related files.
• Coordinate and deliver site-specific EHS training, orientations, toolbox talks, and safety communications.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills, evacuations, and response procedures.
• Support environmental compliance activities, including waste management, spill prevention, and environmental inspections.
• Track and report site EHS metrics, trends, and corrective actions while escalating significant risks or compliance concerns to leadership.
• Promote employee engagement and participation in safety initiatives, fostering a culture aligned with Ericsson's commitment to Target Zero.

Skills

OSHA 10

OSHA 30

OSHA 30‑Hour

Data center safety

Risk assessments

Incident investigations

Contractor safety management

Safety training

MS Office

EHS management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS management systems

Job description

Ericsson in New Albany, Ohio is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to support the implementation of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Well-Being programs at a designated data center site. You will be the primary onsite EHS resource ensuring a safe, compliant workplace for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Key duties include conducting inspections, supporting risk assessments, monitoring OSHA compliance, investigating incidents, and coordinating EHS training and communications with site